Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 148,036 miles on the clock, averaging 10,459 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BK05 VLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,036 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 86 |
| Average per year | 10,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BK05 VLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BK05 VLC
What car is BK05 VLC?
BK05 VLC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BK05 VLC?
The last recorded mileage for BK05 VLC was 148,036 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK05 VLC passed its MOT?
BK05 VLC has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2020.
Is BK05 VLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK05 VLC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BK05 VLC?
BK05 VLC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.